Tour overview

Queen Elizabeth National Park – Uganda’s True Medley of Wonders
Nestled in the western arm of Uganda’s Great Rift Valley, Queen Elizabeth National Park is the country’s most visited and ecologically diverse safari destination. Its breathtaking scenery, rich wildlife, and vibrant cultural heritage make it a must-visit for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike.

Straddling the equator, the park proudly features monuments marking the 0° latitude line—symbolizing its position at the heart of the Earth. Established in 1952 as Kazinga National Park and renamed in 1954 in honor of Queen Elizabeth II’s visit, it remains one of Africa’s premier wildlife sanctuaries. The park is home to over 95 mammal species and an impressive 600+ bird species, making it a paradise for photographers, birders, and explorers.

🌍 A Landscape of Breathtaking Diversity

Set against the dramatic backdrop of the Rwenzori Mountains, the park’s varied ecosystems create a stunning natural mosaic:
✅ Expansive savannas filled with classic African game
✅ Tropical forests sheltering chimpanzees and other primates
✅ Shimmering lakes and the Kazinga Channel, teeming with hippos, buffaloes, and elephants
✅ Flourishing wetlands, home to migratory and aquatic birdlife

Geographical Highlights:
📍 Highest Point: Katwe Explosion Craters – 1,350m above sea level
📍 Lowest Point: Shores of Lake Edward – 910m above sea level

🦁 Wildlife Encounters Beyond Imagination

Queen Elizabeth National Park offers some of East Africa’s most rewarding game drives. It’s one of the few places on Earth where you can spot tree-climbing lions, especially in the Ishasha sector, where they elegantly rest on fig tree branches, scanning the plains for prey.

Notable Wildlife Includes:

  • Big Game: Elephants, buffaloes, hippos, Uganda kobs, and waterbucks

  • Predators: Lions, leopards, spotted hyenas, and side-striped jackals

  • Primates: Chimpanzees, black-and-white colobus monkeys, vervet monkeys, and olive baboons

  • Birdlife: Over 600 species including the African fish eagle, shoebill stork, flamingos, and papyrus gonolek

With 20 species of carnivores and countless bird varieties, Queen Elizabeth National Park truly embodies the wild heart of Uganda—where nature’s beauty and adventure unite in a medley of unforgettable experiences.

Included

  • Airfare
  • Local Transportation
  • Accommodation
  • Tour Guide
  • Food ( Breakfast & Dinner)

Not Included

  • Entrance Fees
  • Guide Gratuity

Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe – Welcome to the Pearl of Africa

Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you’ll be warmly received by our company representative.

Transfer to your hotel in Entebbe or Kampala for relaxation.

Depending on your arrival time, enjoy a short tour of Entebbe’s attractions such as the Botanical Gardens or Lake Victoria shores.

Accommodation: 2 Friends Beach Hotel / Lake Victoria Serena Resort
Meal Plan: Dinner

Day 2: Journey to Queen Elizabeth National Park

After an early breakfast, set off for the scenic drive to western Uganda. The journey offers panoramic views of rolling hills, tea plantations, and rural life.

Stop at the Equator line monument in Kayabwe for photos and experiments.

Continue through Fort Portal and have lunch en route.

Arrive at Queen Elizabeth National Park by evening and check in at your lodge.

Accommodation: Mweya Safari Lodge / Elephant Plains Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Morning Game Drive – Afternoon Boat Cruise on Kazinga Channel

Start the day with an early morning game drive through the Kaseni Plains and Mweya Peninsula, spotting elephants, buffaloes, lions, Uganda kobs, and warthogs.

Return for breakfast and relaxation at the lodge.

In the afternoon, enjoy a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, where you’ll see hundreds of hippos, crocodiles, and diverse birdlife.

Accommodation: Mweya Safari Lodge / Twin Lakes Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Exploring the Ishasha Sector – Tree-Climbing Lions

After breakfast, drive to the southern Ishasha sector, famous for its tree-climbing lions.

Enjoy a game drive under the shade of fig trees, where lions often perch.

Spot topis, buffaloes, and elephants along the open savannah.

Relax at your lodge overlooking the Ishasha plains.

Accommodation: Ishasha Jungle Lodge / Enjojo Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Community and Cultural Experience

Today, immerse yourself in the local culture surrounding Queen Elizabeth National Park.

Visit a local fishing village near Lake Edward.

Enjoy storytelling, traditional dances, and learn about the daily life of the Basongora and Bakonzo communities.

In the evening, unwind with a nature walk or sundowner by the lodge.

Accommodation: Ishasha Jungle Lodge / Parkview Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6: Chimpanzee Trekking in Kyambura Gorge

After an early breakfast, head to Kyambura Gorge for an exciting chimpanzee tracking experience.

Walk through the lush forest listening to birds and watching monkeys as you search for the playful chimps.

Afternoon relaxation at the lodge or optional birding excursion.

Accommodation: Parkview Safari Lodge / Buffalo Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7: Explosion Crater Drive & Scenic Photography

Embark on a morning drive to explore the Katwe Explosion Craters—a series of extinct volcanoes offering panoramic views of the park, Lake Edward, and the Rwenzori ranges.

Visit Lake Katwe Salt Mines, where locals still practice traditional salt extraction.

Return to the lodge and enjoy your final evening with a campfire dinner.

Accommodation: Mweya Safari Lodge / Elephant Plains Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 8: Return to Kampala / Entebbe – Departure

After breakfast, enjoy a relaxed drive back to Kampala or Entebbe, with a lunch stop en route.

You’ll be dropped off at the airport for your departure flight or at your preferred hotel.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch

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